By Ken McCarty
The Mat Su Assembly meeting on Dec 16, 2025, had an apparent theme of deciphering information presented in order to make effective decisions. Whether the topic was libraries, gravel pits, or Annex Now to Mat-Su, the Assembly members used the truth litmus test to determine what is fitting for the benefit of Mat-Su.
Resolution 25–120 called for the Mat-Su Assembly to “initiate discussions and considerations regarding the proposal to annex the Chugiak Eagle River area into the Matanuska-Susitna Borough.” The Resolution has no intention to make a formal commitment to annexation, but rather to begin the discussion and consideration of it. According to the rules of engagement by the Borough, any lengthy discussion involving the time and resources of Borough personnel first necessitates Assembly acceptance of the process.
Eaglexit supporters came out in great force to oppose RS 25–120. They argued that the resolution should be tabled and Eaglexit should be acknowledged for their 8 years of effort towards the process. Eaglexit is currently waiting for a technical review by the land boundary commission to be released by Jan 5, 2026. Although Eaglexit presenters acknowledged interest in the annex to Mat-Su solution if Eaglexit proves unattainable, they requested more time to complete the process before introducing another solution.
In the end, the Mat-Su Assembly voted “No” on Resolution 25–120. The Assembly also led discussions regarding a timeframe to renew resolution considerations. Options spanned from several weeks, six months, or a year. Legal counsel informed the Assembly that the denial of RS 25–1 20 does not preclude another resolution to be submitted in the future for the same topic of “intent to discuss.”
Annex Now 2 Mat-Su will not disband due to the recent Mat-Su Assembly action but rather is on hold to see the “proof in the pudding” of Eaglexit’s claims. Is Eaglexit really a viable consideration? Or is Eaglexit a hypothetical utopia that is manipulating the people of Chugiak Eagle River while the Muni of Anchorage disregards and blatantly disrupts the people of CER? Eaglexit should demonstrate itself promptly or CER should explore other options, like Annex Now.
Disclaimer: Opinions expressed in this story are of the writer only. Must Read Alaska supports local self-government and will continue to cover Eaglexit’s efforts.